Customs and Excise Department - The Government of the HKSAR

 List of HKAEOs 3M Hong Kong LimitedAG Logistics (Hong Kong) Company LimitedAPL Logistics SCS Hong Kong LimitedArrow Electronics China LimitedArrow/Components Agent LimitedArvato Services Hong Kong Ltd.Asia Airfreight Terminal Company LimitedAvery Dennison (Hong Kong) LimitedAvery Dennison Hong Kong B.V.Avnet Sunrise LimitedBausch &amp; Lomb (Hong Kong) LimitedBrink's Hong Kong LimitedC &amp; C Security Printing Company LimitedCamex Jewellery LimitedCanon Hongkong Company LimitedCEVA Logistics (Hong Kong) LimitedCheong Hing Store LimitedDCH Auriga (Hong Kong) LimitedDHL Global Forwarding (Hong Kong) LimitedDionex China LimitedDKSH Hong Kong LimitedDSV AIR &amp; SEA LIMITEDElegance Jewellery International LimitedEPSON HONG KONG LIMITEDEssence Metal (Asia) Company LimitedEXPEDITORS HONG KONG LIMITEDFederal Express (Hong Kong) LimitedFeiliks Logistics (Asia) LimitedFlexport Asia LimitedFortune Pharmacal Company, LimitedFujifilm Business Innovation Hong Kong LimitedGEODIS Hong Kong LimitedGordon Veni Jewelry Mfr. LimitedGosonic Logistic LimitedHankyu Hanshin Express (HK) LimitedHawley and Hazel Asia Investment Company LimitedHong Kong Cingleot Investment Management LimitedHong Kong Taiyo Yuden Company LimitedHONGKONG YUNEXPRESS LOGISTICS LIMITEDHonor Information Technology Co., LimitedHuawei International Co. LimitedHuawei Tech. Investment Co., LimitedHutchison Logistics (HK) LimitedIBM China/Hong Kong LimitedKerry Freight (Hong Kong) LimitedL'OREAL HONG KONG LIMITEDLee Fung Metal Company LimitedLee Kee International LimitedLee Kee Metal Company LimitedLee Kum Kee (Hong Kong) Foods LimitedLee Kum Kee (International) Trading LimitedLee Kum Kee International Holdings LimitedLife Technologies LimitedLOGWIN AIR &amp; OCEAN HONG KONG LIMITEDLX Pantos Logistics (Hong Kong) Co., LimitedMainetti (Eastern China) LimitedMainetti Packaging China LimitedMan King Industries Company LimitedMOL Logistics (H.K.) LimitedMolex Hong Kong/China LimitedMurata Company LimitedNelson Jewellery Arts Co. LimitedNexperia Hong Kong LimitedNitto Denko (HK) Co., Ltd.NNR Global Logistics (HK) LimitedOn Time Express LimitedPanasonic Hong Kong Co., LimitedPaxar (China) LimitedRichemont Asia Pacific LimitedRoche Hong Kong LimitedRoyale International Couriers LimitedSamsung Electronics H.K. Company, LimitedSea-Air Logistics (Hong Kong) LimitedSiemens LimitedSimmons Bedding &amp; Furniture (HK) LimitedSony Corporation of Hong Kong LimitedTDK Hongkong Company LimitedTE Connectivity HK LimitedThe Janel Group of Hong Kong LimitedThe Sharper Edge LimitedThermo Fisher Scientific (Hong Kong) LimitedTradeport Hong Kong LimitedTTM Technologies Trading (Asia) Company LimitedUPS Parcel Delivery Service LimitedVita Green Health Products Company LimitedVita Green Pharmaceutical (H.K.) LimitedWilson Logistics LimitedYEL Electronics Hong Kong LimitedYouthful Technology International Limited

List of Hong Kong AEOs

 Latest update of Hong Kong Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Programme. You may access the Customs and Excise website for more information.  Hong Kong Customs Participated in the 26/27th SAFE Working Group Meeting Organized by the World Customs Organization13 April 2022 Officers from the Office of Trade Relations and Public Communication (OTPC) of the Customs and Excise Department attended the 26/27th SAFE Working Group (SWG) Meeting held by the World Customs Organization (WCO) from 11 to 13 April 2022 to review AEO international standards.  Under the pandemic, the SWG Meeting was conducted virtually and participated by 170 delegates representing Customs administrations, the private sectors and international organizations concerned. Among others, the SWG Meeting was responsible for developing the two-year work plan and kicking start the new round of review for the SAFE Framework of Standards (FoS), which would be conducted at every 3-year cycle.  OTPC will continue to actively engage in essential international discussions to keep abreast of the global development of the AEO Programme and Mutual Recognition Arrangements with a view to providing updated information and more facilitative measures to stakeholders in the global supply chain.   OTPC officers attended the 26/27th SAFE Working Group Meeting (virtual meeting) organized by the WCO between 11 and 13 April 2022.     

Latest Update of HKAEO Programme

  The Hong Kong AEO Programme will encourage the industries to ensure integrity of their security practices when engaging in the supply chain. It also helps optimize the management of assets and functions within a company. While performing self-assessment during the initial stage of AEO application, individual companies are able to streamline their operations to achieve better output.  The integration of enhanced supply chain security and improved business performance is a major target of the Programme. Beyond security benefits, AEOs will enjoy other trade facilitation and advantages such as: Reduced Customs inspectionPrioritized Customs clearancePrioritized processing under the application of the Free Trade Agreement Transhipment Facilitation SchemeExpedited review of ATA Carnet applicationStrengthened competitiveness and marketabilityEnhanced goodwill as a secure trader with industry quality markPrivileged benefits under Mutual Recognition Arrangement10 Free Buyers' Credit ChecksThrough the cooperative endeavour of the government and the industries, the Programme will strengthen both the security and efficiency of legitimate trade. 

Hong Kong AEO Programme

What is AEO iPASS?AEO iPASS is an online self-assessment tool launched by the Customs and Excise Department (C&amp;ED) under the Hong Kong Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Programme. It enables company which is interested to become a Hong Kong AEO to perform a quick and simple self-assessment on its supply chain security levels and realize its readiness to apply for the AEO status. How it works?AEO status is granted in two tiers for local companies having met pre-determined security standards. Participating companies can choose to answer the questions for Tier 1 or Tier 2 status. It takes about 15-20 minutes to answer all questions. Result will come out in three grades indicating the preliminary assessment on the readiness of company to apply for the AEO status. Overall GradingAEO ReadinessGreenReadyAmberAlmost ReadyRedNot Yet ReadyThe final result will also indicate your performance on individual criterion. Professional customs advices will be provided for you to enhance the relevant security standards. If you are interested in participating in the Hong Kong AEO Programme and learn more about the application procedures, please click here “Application Procedures”. Please scan the QR code or refer to the “ link”for further details upon AEO iPASS.  

AEO iPASS

The Federation of HK Watch Trades & Industries Ltd.

The Federation of HK Watch Trades &amp; Industries Ltd. has assigned a number of directors to participate in different committees.&nbsp;It devotes precious time and experience in order to strive for greater benefit for the industry.&nbsp;This federation&nbsp;is obligated to undertake the development and coordination for industrial and commercial trading of the&nbsp;entire watch&nbsp;industry.

 
  Organizes different industrial activities for development within the watch industry. 
  Supported by companies across the industry including&nbsp;retailing, wholesaling and manufacturing. 
 

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council

GJEPC has over the years effectively moulded the scattered efforts of individual exporters to make the gem and jewellery sector a powerful engine driving India's export-led growth.
    Played a significant role in the evolution of the Indian gem and jewellery industry  Continuously working towards creating a pool of artisans and designers  With strength of 6,500 members' spread all over the country  Involved in introducing the Indian gem & jewellery products to the international market  Provides market information to its members  

The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council

The Gem and Jewelry Export Promotion Council plays various roles&nbsp;in trade facilitating, advisory, nodal agency for the Kimberley process certification scheme, training and research. The apex body of the&nbsp;organization has also contributed to the evolution of the Indian gem and jewelry industry.
 
  Creator of artisans and designers. 
  Takes part in various sectors. 
 

Jewelry Promotion

The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades and Industries Limited was founded in 1947. It is supported by companies across the industry comprising of retailing, wholesaling and manufacturing. The federation has obligated to undertake the development and coordination for industrial and commercial trading of the whole industry. 
   The Federation has assigned a number of directors to participate in different committees   Devoted their precious time and experience in order to strive for greater benefit for the industry   The efforts of the Federation are regarded by general public   Also to organize different industrial activities for development within the industry  

Industrial Organisation

This clock and watch magazine is published annually by the Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades and Industries Ltd., the magazine collects news and reports the present status of the Hong Kong clock and watch industry, as well as providing new member information 
   Keep up to the news of watch industry   New activity information   Get know to new products, ideas, concepts and markets  

Annual Clock and Watch Magazine

The Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades and Industries Limited was founded in 1947. It is supported by companies across the industry comprising of retailing, wholesaling and manufacturing. The federation has obligated to undertake the development and coordination for industrial and commercial trading of the whole industry.
    The Federation has assigned a number of directors to participate in different committees  Devoted their precious time and experience in order to strive for greater benefit for the industry  The efforts of the Federation are regarded by general public  Also to organize different industrial activities for development within the industry  

The Hong Kong Standards And Testing Centre Ltd (STC)

Founded in 1963, Hong Kong Standards and Testing Centre (STC) provides a wide range of professional testing services for proprietary Chinese medicine, Chinese Materia Medica, pharmaceutical products, food, microbiological quality and cosmetics, environmental testing as well as "STC tested" Mark Certification. 

Chinese Medicine & Chinese Raw Herb testing

The Hong Kong Standards and Testing Centre provide a full range of professional testing, inspections and certification services for customers in Hong Kong, mainland China and the global market.Provide professional testing service.	Full range of professional testing, inspections and certification services.	Suitable for different products, such as chemicals, food, electrical, textile, and others.	Accredited by China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS).	Accredited by Federal Communications Commission (FCC).	Accredited by Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle GmbH (DAkkS).	For customers in Hong Kong, mainland China and the global market.

Professional Testing Service

STC’s food science experts have been assisting many government departments, food manufacturers, processors, hotels, restaurants, catering service centers and fast food chains meet regulatory market requirements and address consumer safety concerns.  Food Nutrition Analysis and Nutrition Labeling Hong Kong 1+7 Nutrition Label(CFS)China Nutrition Label(GB 28050)Australia Nutrition Label(FSANZ)USA Nutrition Label(FDA)Canada Nutrition Label(Health Canada)EU Nutrition Label Regulation(EU No. 1169/2011) Food Product Safety Testing Heavy Metals Adulterants(HK Food Regulation: Sb, As, Cd, Cr, Pb, Hg, Sn)Pesticide Residues(e.g. fipronil, organochlorine, organophosphorus, etc.)Harmful Chemicals in Food(e.g. melamine, phthalates, aflatoxins, biotoxins, etc.)Animal Drug ResiduesFood Additives Artificial Coloring MatterArtificial SweetenerPreservativesProhibited Additives(e.g. sudan red, formaldehydes, boric acid, salicylic acid, etc.)Shelf Life Study STC provides real time and accelerated shelf life study to assist food manufacturers in evaluating and verifying product ‘use by’ or ’best before’ date(s) for compliance to statutory or commercial requirements.Physical, chemical and microbiological processes are critical factors altering the quality and safety of food.Parameters below could help monitor the composition of food products: Food Quality Testing(e.g. moisture content, water activity, fat rancidity, etc.)Chemical Properties(e.g. peroxide value, pH, acidity levels, etc.)Pharmaceutical Adulterants ScreeningMicrobiological Analysis (e.g. food-borne micro-organisms, total viable count, Enterobacteriaceae, etc.)If you have any further question, please feel free contact us or visit our website: https://www.stc.group/en/contact

Food Quality Testing & Food Nutrition Analysis

STC is the only testing laboratory in Hong Kong accredited to perform USB testing in full compliance with USB-IF guidelines to assist manufacturers in achieving certification for USB logo placements on their products.  To meet industry needs, STC has formed a partnership withNational Technical Systems (NTS)located in the United States to provide comprehensive USB testing services in Hong Kong including pre-compliance USB testing, USB performance testing and laboratory rentals for USB product debugging.  NTS and our USB Testing services include: High-Speed, Full-Speed and Low-Speed PeripheralHost Add-InHubsSystemsSilicon BuildingCable AssembliesConnectorsUSB On-the-GoProducts forUSB Testing Add-in Host AdaptersAudioBluetoothCDs/ DVDsCable Assemblies &amp; ConnectorsCable AssembliesCamerasDesktopsGame DevicesHard DrivesI / O AdaptersMedia Card ReaderMobile PhonesModems / BroadbandMonitors / Display DevicesNotebooksPDAPoint of Sale DevicesPrinterScannersSpeakersTelephonesToys and more If you have any further question, please feel free contact us or visit our website: https://www.stc.group/en/contact 

USB Testing

Characterization for materials used in medical devices – an analysis of a material’s composition, purity, uniformity, sterilant residuals and extractables – is an essential step to verify their suitability for human body contact, thus should not be missed out throughout the product life cycle.  Following the enforcement ofRoHS2 in the European Union, which restricts the use of specified hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, and medical devices are now added to the scope of the Directive and have to be verified asRoHS-compliant.  The chemical laboratory at STC is equipped with the most advanced testing equipment; our team of experts can perform material characterization and RoHS analysis with a wide range of testing methods. We can help manufacturers identify the appropriate testing program based on the intended use of a device and material, and its expected nature of contact with the human body. Material Characterization - Guidelines &amp; Standards U.S. FDA Blue Book Memorandum GP#95-1ISO 10993-1, “Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices”ISO 10993-18, “Chemical Characterization of Materials”FDA Guidance Document, “Container Closure Systems for Packaging Human Drugs and Biologics” Material Characterization Testing Capabilities Physiochemical TestFourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)High-Performance Liquid Chromatography/mass Spectrometry (HPLC-MS)Gas Chromatography / Flame Ionization Detector (GC / FID)Gas Chromatography / Mass Spectrometry (GC / MS)Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrometry (ICP)Specific GravityGel-Permeation Chromatography (GPC)ViscosityDifferential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)If you have any further question, please feel free contact us or visit our website: https://www.stc.group/en/contact 

Chemical Testing for Medical Devices

From wallets, handbags, and backpacks to luggage, the design and purpose of these articles is to safely hold our valuables and personal items. To ensure that these products met their intended purposes, bags and luggage testing is essential in meeting consumer products expectations as well as ensuring compliance with safety standards and requirements.STC’s comprehensive bag and luggage testing services can assist manufacturers and retailers in meeting consumer expectations through extensive product performance testing such strength and durability, the functionality of zippers, straps, buckles, handles, wheels, fastenings etc., as well as the overall product quality and safety.Our Bags, Luggage &amp; Accessories Testing services include:Physical Performance Testing	Durability Testing	Rolling Testing(SATRA)	Drop Testing(SATRA)	WaterResistance(AATCC 22, 35)	Static &amp; Dynamic Loading Testing(SATRA)	Hazardous Chemicals Analysis(EN 14362, LFGB § 64 BVL B 82.02.9, DIN 54231,BS EN ISO 14184-1, BS EN ISO 3071, BS EN 1122)Accessories	Spectacle &amp; Sunglasses Testing(ISO 12312, ISO 12870)	Button Performance Testing(ATSM F963, EN 71, ISO 8124-1, GB 6675)	Zipper Performance Testing(BS 3084)	Belt Performance Testing(SATRA)	Corrosion Resistance Testing(ASTM B117, ISO 9227)If you have any further question, please feel free contact us or visit our website.

Bags, Luggage and Accessories Testing

 STC is the first non-governmental laboratory in Hong Kong to receive accreditation from Certification and Accreditation Administration of the People’s Republic of China(CNCA) to provide comprehensive ChinaCompulsory Certification (CCC) testing services.  Our laboratory in Dongguan, is the first non-government organization in China to obtain designated CCC testing laboratory status providing full scope CCC toy testing services and CCC testing services for information technology equipment, lighting products and audio-visual equipment.     STC provides one-stop CCC and support services from application and document preparation to type testing and factory inspection to meet all local and oversea CCC needs.  Audio-Visual Apparatus (GB 8898-2011, GB/T 13837-2012, GB 17625.1-2012) Audio-visual equipmentAudio power amplifiersVarious optical disc playback and processing equipmentRadio receiver for various broadcasting frequencies Combination speakersIf you have any further question, please feel free contact us or visit our website: https://www.stc.group/en/contact 

CCC China Compulsory Certificate for Audio

At STC, we provide a series of extensive textile and apparel testing services for all kinds of fabrics and apparel from qualitative physical performance testing to harmful substance content detection. Our professional staffs and extensive experience in the textile and apparel testing industry ensures that we provide the most accurate, reliable and confidential services in accordance to national and international standards.Fibre Content Analysis	Qualitative Analysis	Quantitative AnalysisColorfastness Testing	Washing	Rubbing / Crocking	Perspiration	Dry Cleaning	LightPhysical Testing &amp; Performance Evaluation	Tearing Strength	Bursting Strength	Seam PropertiesOther Apparel &amp; Textile Testing Services	Dimensional Stability &amp; Appearance after Cleaning	Flammability Testing	Hazardous Chemicals Analysis	Care Label Verification &amp; Recommendation	Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)	Instrumental Colour Measurement	Advice &amp; Support on Product ImprovementIf you have any further question, please feel free contact us or visit our website.

Apparel and Textile Testing

STC's Biocompatibility Testing services for medical devices includes:	Absorbent Incontinence Products  	Adhesives     	Blood Collection &amp; Storage Devices  	Bone Void Fillers  	Central Nervous System Implants	Combination Products 	Contact Lenses   	Dental Implants  	Devices Containing Antimicrobials	Device Raw Materials	Hemodialysis Disposables	Implantable Drug Delivery Devices  	Infusion / transfusion Devices	Intraocular Lenses	Laparoscopes &amp; Endoscopes  	Ocular Implants	Orthodontic Devices	Orthopedic Implants	Ostomy Devices	Reusable Devices	Surgical Gloves	Sutures	Syringes	Urinary Stents	Urologic Catheters	Vascular Catheters	Vascular Grafts	Vascular Stents	Ventricular Assist Devices	Wound Drainage Devices	Wound DressingsCytotoxicity Study Test (3 weeks lead time)	MTT Method(ISO 10993-5)	Agarose Overlay Method(ISO 10993-5 / USP 87)	Filter Diffusion Method(ISO 10993-5)	Direct Contact Method(ISO 10993-5 / USP 87)	MEM Method(USP 87)Irritation &amp; Skin Sensitization Test	Skim Sensitization Study (GPMT / Closed-patch)(ISO 10993-10) (6 - 8 weeks)	Skin Irritation Test(ISO 10993-10) (3 weeks)	Intracutaneous (Intradermal) Reactivity Test(ISO 10993-10 / USP 88)(3 weeks)	Oral Mucosa Irritation Test(ISO 10993-10) (8 - 10 weeks)	Vaginal Irritation Test(ISO 10993-10) (8 - 10 weeks)	Penile Irritation Test(ISO 10993-10) (8 - 10 weeks)	Rectal Irritation Test(ISO 10993-10) (3 months)	Ocular Irritation Test(ISO 10993-10) (3 - 4 weeks)Systemic Toxicity Test	Acute Systemic Toxicity Test(ISO 10993-11 / USP 88) (3 weeks)	Subacute Systemic Toxicity Test (14 days / 28 days)(ISO 10993-11) (6 or 8 weeks)	Subchronic Systemic Toxicity Test (90 days / 180 days)(ISO 10993-11) (5 or 8 months)	Pyrogen Test(ISO 10993-11) (3 weeks)Local Effects after Implantation Test(ISO 10993-6) (at least 4 weeks)	Implantation in Subcutaneous Tissue Test	Implantation in Muscle Test	Implantation in Bone TestInteractions with Blood Test (2 weeks)	Hemolysis Test(ISO 10993-4 / GB)	Hemolysis Test(ASTM F756)	APTT、PT、TT、FIB(ISO 10993-4 / GB)	Platelet Count Test	Complement Test(ISO 10993-4 / GB)	Thrombosis Test(in Vivo / in Vitro)(ISO 10993-4 / GB)Genotoxicity Test (ISO 10993-3)	Ames Test(8 weeks)	Mouse Lymphoma Assay Test(10 weeks)	Chromosome Aberration Test (10 weeks)If you have any further question, please feel free contact us atenquiry@stc.groupor visit our website:https://www.stc.group/en/contact

Biocompatibility Testing Services for Medical Devices

Our Electrical Products Division offers a wide range of services to ensure the safety of office and home appliances, including:	Providing technical support services at different design stages	Offering a full scope of electrical safety testing service	Providing one-stop product safety testing and certification services according to customer specifications and relevant product standards, e.g. screening test for RoHS, tests for PAHs and California Energy Efficiency test.Business Information Equipment Safety Test for EN 60950-1 / IEC 60950-1:	ITE Product (less than 50W)	ITE Product (more than 50W, less than 300W)	ITE Product (more than 300W)	AC/DC adaptors / Switching mode power supply (Single output)

Business Information Equipment Safety Test

Our Electrical Products Division offers a wide range of services to ensure the safety of office and home appliances, including:	Providing technical support services at different design stages	Offering a full scope of electrical safety testing service	Providing one-stop product safety testing and certification services according to customer specifications and relevant product standards, e.g. screening test for RoHS, tests for PAHs and California Energy Efficiency testInstallation Accessories Safety Test	BS Plug without switch	13A socket outlet without switch	13A socket outlet with switch	2 way BS socket outlet adaptor	Mechanical Switch	Electronic Switch

Installation Accessories Safety Test

Our Electrical Products Division offers a wide range of services to ensure the safety of office and home appliances, including: Providing technical support services at different design stagesOffering a full scope of electrical safety testing serviceProviding one-stop product safety testing and certification services according to customer specifications and relevant product standards, e.g. screening test for RoHS, tests for PAHs and California Energy Efficiency testOther Electrical Products Safety Test:  A. LED / Laser Light Beam Laser light beam in CD mechanismLED (1st measurement) LED (2nd measurement and onwards in the same sample)LED lamp B. Reliability 1. Vibration (per direction per hour) 2. Temperature / Humidity Treatment (per day) 3. Endurance Test a. Electrical (for the first 5,000 cycles or less) (for each subsequent 1,000 cycles) b. Mechanical (for the first 5,000 cycles or less) (for each subsequent 1,000 cycles)  4. Degrees of Protection Provided by Enclosures (IP code) a. Degree of protection against solid foreign objects b. Degree of protection against ingress of water  C. Component test a. Power switch/ speed control switch b. Dual-volt switch c. Switching mode power supply d. Ozone measurement  D. EMF test  E. Immunity test according to EN60335-1 a. Stand by Mode b. Electronic Protective Circuit c. Stand by Mode + Electronic Protective Circuit  F. WR2 and Fire Inspection Service a. Periodic electrical inspection WR2 in MTR retail shops b. Periodic electrical inspection WR2 in industry, commercial building, residential building: (Visual inspection is needed for each site. It's totally different from "Electrical Safety Testing".) c. Fire inspection service in MTR retail shops 

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